Senior Director of Research, Learning, & Impact

Senior Director Research Learning & Impact Bridge Partners - Washington, DC, United States G4GC

SENIOR DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH, LEARNING, AND IMPACT

The Organization G4GC is a philanthropic intermediary that resources organizations and movements centering the leadership, well-being, and wisdom of girls and gender-expansive youth of color. G4GC mobilizes the financial resources, visibility, and public will needed to advance youth-centered, transformative philanthropy. The organization’s values—love , inclusivity, creativity, and transformation— are embedded into all its work. The organization operates under the fiscal sponsorship of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors. G4GC’s work mobilizes financial resources, visibility, and public will—fueling grassroots leadership and movement building. The internal culture reflects the same principles, with a focus on care, collaboration, and strategic alignment across departments. Research, Learning, and Impact Department The Department of Research, Learning, and Impact at G4GC plays a critical role in advancing our mission to resource and uplift organizations that center the wisdom, leadership, and wellbeing of girls and gender-expansive youth of color across the United States. Rooted in a commitment to equity, accountability, and transformation, this department serves as a strategic hub for generating knowledge, fostering continuous learning, and deepening the impact of our work. We prioritize community-driven and equity-centered approaches to research and evaluation, recognizing that those closest to the challenges are also closest to the solutions. The department leads the development of a learning infrastructure that honors the voices and experiences of youth and their communities, while supporting internal reflection, grantee partnership, and field-building across philanthropy. Through strategic research initiatives, participatory evaluation methods, and rigorous impact assessment, the Department of Research, Learning, and Impact informs G4GC’s grantmaking, strengthens organizational strategy, and contributes to the broader philanthropic conversation about justice and systems change. Our goal is not only to measure outcomes, but to cultivate a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and shared growth—in service of a liberatory future for girls and gender-expansive youth of color. The Role Location Remote (with occasional travel) Reports to Vice President Direct reports Research Analyst Manager, Learning Manager, and Grants Administration Data Coordinator Position Summary G4GC is seeking a visionary and strategic research leader who understands that at G4GC, research and learning are not compliance functions but essential drivers of strategy, accountability, and field leadership. The Senior Director will bring deep experience designing and managing research and evaluation initiatives within philanthropic or mission driven organizations and are motivated by building infrastructure that advances equity and transformation. They are comfortable stepping into evolving systems and strengthening them. With fluency in data systems and cross functional collaboration, they can clarify roles, improve governance, and build sustainable processes that support grantmaking, fundraising, and organizational strategy. They understand the operational realities of stewarding complex grantmaking and fundraising information, ensuring data integrity, strong data security practices, and responsible governance while translating insights into compelling narratives for leadership, funders, and partners. The Senior Director approaches research with care and political awareness. They are thoughtful about consent, language, and representation, particularly in work centering girls and gender expansive youth of color. They can balance methodological rigor with responsiveness, building long term research strategy while delivering timely, usable insights that inform decision making and strengthen relationships across the organization and field. As a key member of the management team, they are prepared to engage in substantive intellectual partnership with the Vice President and executive leadership. They bring independent thought, clarity of perspective, and the confidence to shape research direction while aligning closely with G4GC’s mission and values. An empowering and grounded manager, they support staff expertise while setting clear expectations, strengthening accountability, and modeling inclusive and transparent leadership across the department. Finally, they are deeply aligned with G4GC’s commitment to racial justice, gender justice, and youth centered leadership. They believe that research should strengthen movements, not extract from them, and they are motivated by the opportunity to build a learning infrastructure that advances liberation and collective power. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Lead the development and execution of G4GC’s organization-wide research, learning, and impact strategy. Serve as a thought partner to the Vice President and executive leadership team, contributing to long-term planning and organizational growth. Participate actively in the management team, helping to shape internal infrastructure, strategic direction, and cross-departmental collaboration. Team Supervision & Management Supervise and support a growing team, including the Research Analyst Manager, Learning Manager, and Grants Administration Data Coordinator. Provide holistic supervision that honors staff expertise while setting clear expectations, proactively supporting professional growth, and strengthening performance. Cultivate and model a team culture grounded in collaboration, care, equity, and shared responsibility, demonstrating inclusive, transparent leadership across the department. Provide strategic guidance, mentoring, and professional development to staff. Manage workflows and ensure alignment across research, learning, and data functions. Research & Evaluation Assess existing learning tools and data collection efforts and recommend a clear strategic approach to ensure alignment with organizational priorities and capacity. Oversee the design and implementation of research projects that generate insights for internal learning, field-building, and strategic decision-making. Guide the development and application of evaluation tools and metrics that reflect G4GC’s values, priorities, and community accountability. Lead partnerships with external researchers, evaluators, and data consultants, ensuring projects are grounded in participatory and equity-based practices. Learning & Knowledge Management Build and nurture a culture of shared learning across the organization. Establish more consistent rhythms for reporting and reflection that deepen internal data literacy and strengthen cross departmental collaboration. Develop and manage systems to capture, synthesize, and share knowledge from programs, partners, and the field. Translate research and learning into accessible materials, tools, and storytelling that inform G4GC’s programs, advocacy, and fundraising. Impact & Accountability Support the development of tools to assess the impact of G4GC’s grantmaking and strategic initiatives. Facilitate ongoing learning cycles with staff and grantee partners to reflect on outcomes, refine strategy, and uplift lessons learned. Ensure that data and evaluation efforts center the experiences and voices of girls and gender-expansive youth of color and their communities. Qualifications Required At least 10 years of professional experience in research, evaluation, or learning roles, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership capacity. Demonstrated experience designing and managing equity-driven participatory research and evaluation strategies. Demonstrated experience providing staff supervision with a strong EQ, supporting staff growth, and cultivating a positive team culture. Proven ability to work cross-functionally and collaboratively with internal teams and external partners. Excellent communication and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to synthesize and present complex information to diverse audiences. Deep understanding of racial and gender justice, youth-centered practices, and community-led approaches to learning and evaluation. Familiarity with Qualitative Data Analysis software Advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., public policy, sociology, education, public health, or related social sciences). Preferred Experience in a philanthropic or intermediary organization, particularly with participatory grantmaking or trust-based philanthropy. Familiarity with data management systems and knowledge-sharing platforms , preferably Salesforce. Strong communication and facilitation skills across teams and external audiences. Strategic thinker with operational acumen Skilled communicator and relationship builder Adaptive, solutions-focused, and organized Builder of inclusive, equity-centered systems Committed to racial, gender, and youth justice Compensation The salary range for this position is $145,000–$190,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package. Compensation is determined by a variety of factor s including the candidate’s experiences and qualifications aligned to the requirements of the role and internal pay equity. EEO Statement G4GC is a sponsored project of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors (RPA). RPA is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity in all senses—people, viewpoints, ideas, and approaches—and recruit staff and who reflect the communities in which we live, work, and serve. If you or someone in your network is interested in exploring this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter. Applicants applying by Friday, March 27 , 2026 will be given priority consideration, with the position open until filled. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gilder Search Group